Quote Originally Posted by Crankin View Post
Well, it's normal to get it out and serviced in October. You don't want to be doing it in December, when there's 6 inches of fresh snow in your driveway.
Kajero, have you ever thought of trying snow shoeing? It's a great way to get outside and exercise in the winter, and pretty much as risk free as youwant to make it. You can snow shoe in a local park or run down a mountain.
The way to enjoy winter is to get outside and play! Try to remember how you felt as a kid. A little merino wool or technical fabric keeps you incredibly warm. You should enjoy your break from riding and you don't have to feel stuck inside.
I THOUGHT of snow shoeing many times. My brother had my 84 year old Dad doing it one year. There is a beautiful park near here that rents out snowshoes and has beautiful trails. I may have to get that thought out of the thinking stage. There is a Meetup group that does this so perhaps I would have some encouragement!

I cross country skied about 35 years ago, but quit when I started having problems with pain in my right toe and ball of my foot.

I ice skated when I was in elementary school on the small pond we lived on. I haven't owned a pair of skates since those days.

But for the last 25 years I have disliked winter no matter how I dressed. Maybe I will renew the gym membership after all!

My brother took my Dad dog sledding in Duluth several years ago before my Dad died. Dad and my brother's family loved it. I am thinking of trying that . . . if I can find someone to go with. But that will be a one time treat!